Tapirus indicus
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Definition
Proper noun * Malayan tapir: A large, herbivorous, ungulate mammal native to the rainforests of Southeast Asia, specifically the Malay Peninsula and the island of Sumatra. It is the largest of the five extant tapir species and is easily distinguished by its distinctive black-and-white two-tone coloration, with the front half of its body and its legs being black, and a white "saddle" covering its back and sides.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- Tapirus indicus is the only Old World species of tapir.
- The primary threat to the survival of Tapirus indicus is habitat loss due to deforestation.
- Researchers are studying the feeding habits of Tapirus indicus in its natural environment.
Advanced Usage
- Scientific and Formal Contexts: The term is primarily used in scientific, zoological, academic, and conservation contexts. It is the formal binomial nomenclature (genus and species) for the animal.
- The zoo's conservation program focuses on breeding endangered species, including Tapirus indicus.
Variants and Related Words
- Malayan tapir (noun): The common English name for .
- Asian tapir (noun): Another common name, referencing its geographical location.
- Tapir (noun): The common name for any member of the family Tapiridae and genus .
Synonyms
- Malayan tapir
- Asian tapir
Related Phrases
- Endangered species: is classified as an endangered species by the IUCN.
- Perissodactyla: The biological order to which belongs, which also includes horses and rhinoceroses.
Noun
- a tapir found in Malaya and Sumatra